About Courses Details
Indira Gandhi National Open University offered a lot of courses not only in India but including some overseas countries in the World. The university provides Online and Distance education to all candidates but the university is more focused on distance couses at the moment.
There are lakhs of candidates now enrolling in IGNOU every year and getting awarded for various degree certificates at IGNOU Convovation. Gradually, candidates are now joining IGNOU to complete the various degree and certificate courses via distance education. There are many courses offered by IGNOU after completion of 10+2 of after graduation so take a look at the list of active courses to get started your further studies.
Study Centre
Centre Code
1009
Available Courses
30
Schedule
Sunday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm
BAG : BACHELOR OF ARTS
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | BAG |
Description |
The University offers Bachelor of Arts Degree with the following Disciplines:
Objectives: The Bachelors of Arts programme is a broad based programme with a mix of disciplinary, interdisciplinary and skill based courses. It has the following objectives:
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Eligibility |
10+2 or its equivalent |
Fee Structure |
For B.A. Rs. 10,500/- for full programme to be paid year wise @ Rs. 3,500/- per year. Fee to be paid in 1st year, including Registration Fee of Rs.200/-is Rs.3,500/- Learners opting B.A. Psychology courses with Practicum component are required to pay an extra fee of Rs.600/- each in the first and second year. |
BCOMG : Bachelor of Commerce
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Management Studies |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | COMMERCE |
Eligibility |
:10+2 or its equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 10,500/- for full programme to be paid year wise @Rs. 3,500/- per year. Fee to be paid in 1st year, including Registration Fee of Rs.200/-isRs.3,500/-. |
BSCG : Bachelor of Science
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Sciences |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | SCIENCE |
Description |
To provide higher education required for a B.Sc. degree in conformity with the UGC-CBCS to aspirants (including learners from the deprived sections and those living in remote and rural areas) seeking the degree for employment, further higher education, promotion in career and professional development. |
Eligibility |
10+2 with science subjects or its equivalent qualification |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 15,300/- for full programme to be paid year wise @ Rs.5,100/- per year. Fee to be paid in first year, including Registration Fee of Rs.200/- is Rs.5,300/ |
BSWG : Bachelor of Social Work
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Work |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | SOCIAL WORK |
Description |
The Bachelor Degree Programme in Social Work (BSW) is meant for people who are interested in providing professional assistance to people in need. Persons with professional training/degree in Social Work generally work in socially relevant areas such as health care, community development, education, industry, counselling, family, correction, social defense, women, children, disability etc. With globalization, market economy and liberalization, new concerns and human problems are emerging which needs to be addressed. This programme will be particularly useful to people employed at middle and lower levels with NGOs. It will also be useful to fresh candidates who may like to work in social and social welfare sectors. |
Eligibility |
10+2 or Equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 17,700/- plus Rs.200/- as Registration fee. Fee is to be paid per year @Rs.5900/- per year. In the first year Registration fee of Rs.200/- is charged. |
BAECH : Bachelor of Arts (HONOURS) ECONOMICS
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | ECONOMICS |
Description |
With a substantial number of courses drawn from a single discipline, and a few interdisciplinary and skill-based elective courses, the Bachelors Honours programmes are designed to give an in-depth knowledge in a discipline while allowing for exposure to subjects beyond the discipline. The Honours programmes have the following objectives: 1. Introduce the learner to the main themes and topics in a discipline of humanities, social sciences and sciences with core and elective courses. 2. Facilitate the learners to work towards ability and skill enhancement through exposure to appropriate courses. 3. Introduce learners to reading and writing skills through assignments and exercises of such kind at an undergraduate level. 4. Expose the learners to the importance of interdisciplinary by enabling them to offer courses outside their disciplines |
Eligibility |
10+2 or its equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Programme fee – Rs.3900/- per year Registration fee (to be paid only in the 1st year) – Rs.200/- |
BAHIH : BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) HISTORY
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | HISTORY |
Description |
With a substantial number of courses drawn from a single discipline, and a few interdisciplinary and skill-based elective courses, the Bachelors Honours programmes are designed to give an in-depth knowledge in a discipline while allowing for exposure to subjects beyond the discipline. The Honours programmes have the following objectives: 1. Introduce the learner to the main themes and topics in a discipline of humanities, social sciences and sciences with core and elective courses. 2. Facilitate the learners to work towards ability and skill enhancement through exposure to appropriate courses. 3. Introduce learners to reading and writing skills through assignments and exercises of such kind at an undergraduate level. 4. Expose the learners to the importance of interdisciplinary by enabling them to offer courses outside their disciplines. |
Eligibility |
10+2 or its equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Programme fee – Rs.3900/- per year Registration fee (to be paid only in the 1st year) – Rs.200/- |
BAPSH : Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Political Science
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Political Science |
Description |
With a substantial number of courses drawn from a single discipline, and a few interdisciplinary and skill-based elective courses, the Bachelors Honours programmes are designed to give an in-depth knowledge in a discipline while allowing for exposure to subjects beyond the discipline. The Honours programmes have the following objectives: 1. Introduce the learner to the main themes and topics in a discipline of humanities, social sciences and sciences with core and elective courses. 2. Facilitate the learners to work towards ability and skill enhancement through exposure to appropriate courses. 3. Introduce learners to reading and writing skills through assignments and exercises of such kind at an undergraduate level. 4. Expose the learners to the importance of interdisciplinary by enabling them to offer courses outside their disciplines. |
Eligibility |
10+2 or its equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Programme fee – Rs.3900/- per year Registration fee (to be paid only in the 1st year) – Rs.200/- |
BAPCH : Bachelor of Arts(Hons) Psychology
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Psychology |
Description |
With a substantial number of courses drawn from a single discipline, and a few interdisciplinary and skill-based elective courses, the Bachelors Honours programmes are designed to give an in-depth knowledge in a discipline while allowing for exposure to subjects beyond the discipline. The Honours programmes have the following objectives: 1. Introduce the learner to the main themes and topics in a discipline of humanities, social sciences and sciences with core and elective courses. 2. Facilitate the learners to work towards ability and skill enhancement through exposure to appropriate courses. 3. Introduce learners to reading and writing skills through assignments and exercises of such kind at an undergraduate level. 4. Expose the learners to the importance of interdisciplinary by enabling them to offer courses outside their disciplines. Applicants are advised to go through the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Act, 2021 for understanding the details of the professions with respect to this Programme and to take an informed decision. |
Eligibility |
10+2 or its equivalent from IGNOU |
Fee Structure |
Programme fee – Rs.4400/- per year Registration fee (to be paid only in the 1st year) – Rs.200/- |
BAPAH : BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION |
Description |
With a substantial number of courses drawn from a single discipline, and a few interdisciplinary and skill-based elective courses, the Bachelors Honours programmes are designed to give an in-depth knowledge in a discipline while allowing for exposure to subjects beyond the discipline. The Honours programmes have the following objectives: 1. Introduce the learner to the main themes and topics in a discipline of humanities, social sciences and sciences with core and elective courses. 2. Facilitate the learners to work towards ability and skill enhancement through exposure to appropriate courses. 3. Introduce learners to reading and writing skills through assignments and exercises of such kind at an undergraduate level. 4. Expose the learners to the importance of interdisciplinary by enabling them to offer courses outside their disciplines. |
Eligibility |
10+2 or its equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 3900/- per year. Registration fee of Rs.200/- to be paid in the first year only. Total fee for first year - Rs. 4100/- |
BASOH : Bachelor of Arts(Hons) Sociology
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Sociology |
Description |
With a substantial number of courses drawn from a single discipline, and a few interdisciplinary and skill-based elective courses, the Bachelors Honours programmes are designed to give an in-depth knowledge in a discipline while allowing for exposure to subjects beyond the discipline. The Honours programmes have the following objectives: 1. Introduce the learner to the main themes and topics in a discipline of humanities, social sciences and sciences with core and elective courses. 2. Facilitate the learners to work towards ability and skill enhancement through exposure to appropriate courses. 3. Introduce learners to reading and writing skills through assignments and exercises of such kind at an undergraduate level. 4. Expose the learners to the importance of interdisciplinary by enabling them to offer courses outside their disciplines. |
Eligibility |
10+2 or its equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Programme fee – Rs.3900/- per year Registration fee (to be paid only in the 1st year) – Rs.200/- |
BAEGH : BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) ENGLISH
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Humanities |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH |
Specialization | ENGLISH |
Description |
With a substantial number of courses drawn from a single discipline (English), and a few interdisciplinary and skill-based elective courses, the Bachelors Honours programme (English) is designed to give an in-depth knowledge in that discipline while allowing for exposure to subjects beyond the discipline as well. The Honours programme has the following general objectives:
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Eligibility |
10+2 or its equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Programme fee – Rs.3900/- per year Registration fee (to be paid only in the 1st year) – Rs.200/- |
BAHDH : BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) HINDI
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Humanities |
Duration | 3 Years |
Medium | HINDI |
Specialization | HINDI |
Description | |
Eligibility |
10+2 or its Equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Programme fee - Rs.3900/- per year Registration fee (to be paid only in 1st year) - Rs.200/- |
MPA : MASTER OF ARTS (PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION)
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 2 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Public Administration |
Description |
The aim of the Master’s Degree in Public Administration is to provide comprehensive knowledge to the learners on the nature of public administration in India in the globalization context with focus on the role of the State, Public Sector and Public Private Interface. The growing role of Civil Society groups, human resources, e-governance and Public systems management will be the central focus. The programme would be able to develop the conceptual faculties of the learners on various administrative theories, postulates, models, processes, methods, instruments, techniques, etc. |
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognised University |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 13,600/- for full programme to be paid year wise @Rs. 6,800/- per year |
MEG : MASTER OF ARTS (ENGLISH)
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Humanities |
Duration | 2 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH |
Specialization | English |
Description |
The aim of the Master’s Degree in English (MEG) Programme is to give the learners a sound understanding of English and American literatures and also other new areas in literature such as, Canadian, Australian and Indian English. The learners would develop an understanding of English and other literatures of their choice in their proper historio-critical perspectives. A good knowledge of reading, comprehension and writing skills would be a pre-requisite for this programme. |
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognized University |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 13,600/- for full programme to be paid year wise @Rs. 6,800/- per year |
MPS : MASTER OF ARTS (POLITICAL SCIENCE)
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 2 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Political Science |
Description |
The aim of the Master’s Degree in Political Science (MPS) is to provide the learners a sound base in political studies by an in-depth investigation into a broad range of political phenomena at the national, regional and international levels. The programme provides option for specialising in Political Theory, Comparative Politics, International Relations and Indian Government and Politics. Learners would thus acquire skills in political analysis as well as sharpen their critical and analytical abilities. This is a 64 credits programme with compulsory and optional courses. The student has to take compulsory courses worth 32 credits in the first year and optional courses worth 32 credits in the second year |
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognized University. |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 13,600/- for full programme to be paid year wise @Rs. 6,800/- per year |
MSO : MASTER OF ARTS (SOCIOLOGY)
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 2 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Sociology |
Description |
The M.A. Programme in sociology is designed to provide advanced sociological knowledge, perspectives and skills to a wide cross section of learners, including those in remote and inaccessible areas. In terms of content it focuses on classical and advanced concepts and theories, research methods and perspectives, social issues of development, state of sociology in India, social issues of development, education transnational communities, migration, urbanization, development of the largest section of the population and emerging concerns in contemporary society. With this backdrop the programme aims to address the various emerging concerns of the discipline taking cognizance of need of the students on the one hand and the cognitive ability of this discipline on the other. This programme focuses on the following: 1. Sociological theories, concepts and methods applied to comprehend these processes. |
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognized University. |
Fee Structure |
6,800/- PER YEAR |
MEC : MASTER OF ARTS (ECONOMICS)
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 2 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Economics |
Description |
The Programme offers an opportunity to learners for higher studies in Economics. Besides offering the core courses available in other universities, it includes themes in some of the emerging areas in economics such as insurance and finance that are expected to be extremely useful in the present scenario of economic liberalization and globalization. Some of the courses require an understanding of mathematical applications, particularly calculus and linear algebra. Students are expected to be conversant with basic mathematics covered at +2 level. The Programme comprises 66 Credits covered through 11 Courses, 9 compulsory and 2 optional. All the courses covered in the first year are compulsory. In the second year, the first four courses given in the list below (MEC6, MEC7, MEC108 and MEC109) are Compulsory while rest are optional. |
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognized University. |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 16,800/- for full programme to be paid year wise @Rs. 8,400/- per year |
MARD : MASTER OF ARTS (RURAL DEVELOPMENT)
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Continuing Education |
Duration | 2 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Rural Development |
Description |
The discipline of Rural Development is of vital significance for understanding the development issues related to rural society. The syllabus of M.A. Programme in Rural Development is designed to include such diverse academic contents as are essential in the making of this discipline in the Indian context. An essential component of this programme is the dissertation based on empirical research in rural areas. The programme will be useful to personnel working in various Government Departments/agencies, NGO’s, cooperative banks and other institutes engaged in rural transformation. It will also be beneficial for fresh graduates interested in pursuing a career in the discipline of rural development. |
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognized University |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 11,800/- for the full programme to be paid year wise @Rs. 5,900/- per year |
MCOM : MASTER OF COMMERCE
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Management Studies |
Duration | 2 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Commerce |
Description |
Master of Commerce (M.Com) offered by Discpline of commerce (SOMS) is a popular program of the school developed more than a decade ago to equip the student with necessary conceptual and analytical skills required for handling the business operations. |
Eligibility |
Any graduate or equivalent from a recognised university is eligible for admission |
Fee Structure |
Rs 8500/- per year |
MAH : MASTER OF ARTS (HISTORY)
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 2 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | History |
Description |
The programme would be of great use for the teachers working in Schools, personnel working in various institutions associated with history and culture (Museums, Archives, Archaeological Survey etc.), working people in various organisations and all graduates who are desirous of acquiring a Master’s Degree in History. |
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognized University |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 13,600/- for full programme to be paid year wise @Rs. 6,800/- per year |
MSW : Master of Social Work
Programme Type | DEGREE |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Work |
Duration | 2 Years |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | Social Work |
Description |
Masters in Social Work would provide both academic learning and professional education and training in Counselling, extending beyond theoretical knowledge. This programme is tailored to suit counselors working in a wide range of organizational and community contexts as well as individuals in a family. With the fast changing social scenario, the problems being faced by people across the board are numerous. Unlike in the western world, Counselling services are very inadequate in India. There is a growing demand for counselors in schools, corporate sector, health care setting, social and welfare sectors, correctional settings etc. However, schools/universities where Counselling course/ programme are taught in India are very few. There is a good potential for employment in government as well as NGO sectors. There is an urgent need for specially trained counselors to handle the stress of employees working with call centres, corporate sectors, families, family courts, correctional settings, school, universities and educational institutions, rehabilitation centres, refugee camps, institutions for the differently abled, aged, child care and adoption centres, family planning, voluntary Counselling and testing centres, rural sectors especially where farmers are driven to commit suicide, de-addiction centres etc. MSW(C) Programme would be offered initially through one or two study centres under each Regional Centre. The programme can be taken only through activated study centres or special study centres through each Regional Centre. This Programme is being offered only in English. For Field Work in the MSW (Counselling) programme much focus is given on specialization in Counselling and 40 percent weightage is given for the practicum. |
Eligibility |
: Bachelor’s Degree or a higher degree from a recognized University. |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 36,000/- for full programme to be paid year wise @Rs. 18,000/- per year |
PGDIBO : POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS OPERATION
Programme Type | PGDIPLOMA |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Management Studies |
Duration | 1 Year |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS OPERATION |
Description |
School of Management Studies, the biggest business school in Open Learning System in the world has developed an innovative programme in the area of International Business. The main objective of this programme is to equip the students with necessary conceptual, entrepreneurial andanalytical skillsrequired for handling the International Business Operations. The curriculum focuses on the applied aspects of International Business. The salient features of this programme are as follows: 1)Focus on operational areas of International Business 2)Courses designed and prepared by top-notch academia in the field of international business 3)Strong Students Support Services Opportunity to interact with the leading experts through teleconferencing. |
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline or equivalent |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 8,200/- for full programme. |
PGDRD : POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Programme Type | PGDIPLOMA |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Continuing Education |
Duration | 1 Year |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | RURAL DEVELOPMENT |
Description |
The Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development provides comprehensive knowledge of socio-economic factors affecting the transformation of rural society. The contents are designed to impart an integrated understanding to learners about the crucial dimensions of rural development. It aims at enabling the learners to acquire skills related to planning, formulation, monitoring and evaluation of rural development projects and programmes. The Programme also introduces the learner to the basic aspects of research and project-work. The Project Work provides its learners an opportunity to study rural development problems, which enables them to develop necessary skills to undertake research work in rural development. The learners of PGDRD interested in Master of Arts (Rural Development) (MARD) are entitled for credit transfer except RDD5. |
Eligibility |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 2,400/- for full programme plus registration fee of Rs.200/- |
PGDESD : POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Programme Type | PGDIPLOMA |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Sciences |
Duration | 1 Year |
Medium | ENGLISH |
Specialization | ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABLE DEV. |
Description |
Post Graduate Diploma in Environment and Sustainable Development has been developed by the School of Sciences, IGNOU in collaboration with the South Asia Foundation Learning Initiative (SAFLI) and other Open Universities of the SAARC region, namely, Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL), Bangladesh Open University (BOU), Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Pakistan, B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU), Hyderabad and BRAC University, Bangladesh. The objectives of the programme are to: 1)Disseminate information and exchange knowledge and experiences gained in the pursuit of the goal of sustainable development. 2)Strengthen regional co-operation in the environmental capacity building especially in the area of environmental management. 3)Educate and train individuals from different walks of life, viz. development functionaries, government officials, journalists, policymakers, farmers, industrialists, grassroots workers, environmentalists who have a stake in protecting the environment as well as ensuring a better quality of life for the people of their countries. |
Eligibility |
Graduate from a recognized University/Institution |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 7,000/- for full programme. |
PGDDM : POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Programme Type | PGDIPLOMA |
Mode | Open Distance Learning |
School | School of Social Sciences |
Duration | 1 Year |
Medium | ENGLISH HINDI |
Specialization | DISASTER MANAGEMENT |
Description |
The major objectives of the programme are to: 1)Provide comprehensive knowledge to the learners on disaster preparedness, mitigation and rehabilitation. 2)Enable the learners to carry out risk assessment and vulnerability analysis. 3) Generate community awareness, and strengthen institutional mechanism for community mobilisation and participation in disaster management. 4) Develop communication skills for disaster preparedness. 5)Create greater awareness about effective disaster response in various emergency situations. 6)Equip learners with tools for meeting emergency medical requirements. 7) Incorporate gender sensitive disaster management approach; and 8) Inculcate new skills and sharpen existingskills ofgovernment officials, voluntary activists,development professionals and elected representatives for effective disaster management. Target Group The Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Management shall cater to the needs of the following target groups: 1)Government functionaries 2)NGO functionaries and Volunteers 3) Military, Para-military, Police, Home Guards, and Civil Defence personnel 4)Geologists, Scientists, Meteorologists, Engineers, Administrators, and other Government and Public Sector Undertakings officials 5) Rural Development Functionaries, Primary Health Centres Functionaries, Relief Workers, Social Workers, Environmentalists, etc |
Eligibility |
Graduate in any discipline |
Fee Structure |
Rs. 6,300/- for full programme |